Application for Non-Residential Building Permit Procedure
Applicant completes item 1 – 11 of the Non-Residential Building Permit Application
Applicant provides a copy of his/her Workers Compensation Certificate or file an Affidavit of Exemption.
Provide proof of Department of Agriculture plan approval (for food handling).
Provide three (3) complete sets of building plans and specifications with registered design, professional seal, and signature.
Applicant to provide an 8 ½ x 11 sheet of paper(s) showing proposed floor plan layout of tenant space drawn to scale or adequate dimensions. Floor plan must show room/space uses, room sized, aisle way sizes, door sizes, counter areas, exits, and fire extinguisher location(s).
Applicant to submit completed fire prevention survey form.
The application is received and checked for completeness. The applicant will be notified of incomplete applications.
The applications will be reviewed for Zoning compliance and Building and Fire Prevention Code compliance.
Applicant must indicate which 3rd party inspections are required.
Applicant will be notified of permit issuance, submit applicable fees, and receive permit.
Application for Non-Residential Zoning Approval Procedure
Applicant completes items 1 – 4 of the non-residential zoning approval application
Provide two (2) copies of the approved site plan on an 8 ½” x 11” sheet
Provide two (2) copies of the floor plan layout on an 8 ½” x 11” sheet
Applicant completes the proposed use narrative on the next page
Provide the completed fire prevention survey
The application is received and checked for completeness. The applicant will be notified of incomplete applications.
The application will be reviewed for Zoning compliance and Building and Fire Prevention Code compliance.
Applicant will be notified of permit issuance, submit applicable fees. The zoning approval will be issued after passing a site inspection.
TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES ARE REQUIRED TO BE PAID BEFORE A BULDING PERMIT IS ISSUED.
THE CURRENT FEE IS $1,426.08 PER VEHICLE TRIP
Non-Residential Building Permit Application
1. Location of Property
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Development Name Street Address Suite # (if applicable)
2. Description of Building/Structure to be Constructed______
3. Type of Permit(s) Requested:
(check all that apply) Building Plumbing Mechanical Demolition
4. Check One of the Following that Apply:
New Non-Residential Structure (NEWNRS) Interior Alterations of existing tenant space (NRSALT)
Interior Build out of new space (NRSBLD) Footer/Foundation Only (NRSFO)
5. Third Party Inspections Required – Check all that apply:
Soils Bolt Tightening
Concrete Electrical
Welding Miscellaneous ______
6. Estimated Cost of Construction $______X .0015 = Review Fee $______
7. ______8. ______
(Owner Name) (Contractor/Company)
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(Street Address) (Street Address)
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(City, State, and Zip Code) (City, State, and Zip Code)
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(Phone) (Fax) (Phone) (Fax)
9. ______10. Worker’s Compensation Certification Provided with
(Engineer/Architect Name) this Application: YES NO
______Applicant is Exempt (No Employees-Exemption Form
(Street Address) Completed with this Application): YES NO
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(City, State, and Zip Code)
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(Phone) (Fax)
11. I hereby acknowledge the information contained herein is true and correct, and I hereby agree that all applicable provisions of the Zoning and Building Codes shall be complied with.
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Applicant Signature Date
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Print Name E-mail Address (optional)
(FOR TOWNSHIP USE ONLY – PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE)
AP # ______
Map & Parcel # ______
Zoning District: ______
Number of Stories: ______NAICS: ______
Desc of Constr Activity: ______
Building Use Classification ______
Total Square Footage: ______
BCAB/ZHB # If Applicable: ______
Construction Type Classification: ______
Floodplain: Yes No
Conditions of Issuance______
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Fees: Building Permit Fee: ______
Occupancy Permit Fee: ______
Road Occupancy Permit Fee: ______
Plan Review Fee: ______
Zoning Approval: ______
Impact Fee: ______
Zoning Fee: ______
Misc. Contribution: ______
Electrical Inspection Fee: ______
Electrical Administration Fee: ______
PA State Administration Fee: $4.00
TOTAL: ______
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Building Code Official Approval Date
Non-Residential Zoning Approval
8. Name of Property Owner______Phone # ______
Address______Fax # ______
9. Name of Applicant/Lessee______Phone # ______
Address______Fax # ______
10. Name of Business ______Business Address ______
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11. Proposed use(s) as per defined in the Zoning Ordinance
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**Application Narrative must be Provided** (included in Non-Residential building package)
I hereby acknowledge the information contained herein is true and correct, and I hereby agree that all applicable provisions of the Zoning and Building Codes shall be complied with.
Applicant-Signature______Date ______
Print Name ______E-mail Address (optional) ______
(FOR TOWNSHIP USE ONLY – PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE)
AP # ______Map & Parcel # ______NAICS ______
Permitted Zoning Use ______Zoning District ______# Employees ______
Fee: $______
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Code Administrator Approval Date
Proposed Use Application Narrative
Please print all information
Complete the below proposed use narrative and submit with building permit applications.
Business name ______
Exact nature of business ______
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Days of business ______
Hours of business operation ______
Number of employees ______
Materials/products/supplies used in conjunction with business ______
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List hazardous materials used or manufactured (MSDS sheets are required)
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Does the business-operation require reporting to the U.S. EPA? Yes No
Address of business main office ______
______Phone Number ______
Emergency contact name ______Phone Number______
Gross square footage of tenant space ______
Fire Prevention Survey
DATE ______
Name of Establishment ______Location ______
Address ______Suite # ______
Business Phone ______
Nature of Business ______
Emergency Contact ______ Key holder ______
(Name) Occupant (Phone #)
Emergency Contact ______ Key holder ______
(Name) Occupant (Phone #)
ICC type of Construction ______Roof materials ______
Number of Stories______Number of Floors ______Basement (Yes/No) ______
Length of Building ______Width of Building ______No. of Elevators ______No. of Stairways ______
Use Group ______
Notes to Fire Department ______
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Fire Protection Equipment:
Automatic Sprinkler System Full Partial None
Number of Risers ______Type of System: Wet Dry Combination
Fire Department Connection (Yes/No) ______Location ______
Standpipes & Hose Cabinets (Yes/No) ______Location ______
Fire Alarm System (Yes/No) ______ Smoke Detectors Heat Detectors
Pull Stations Duct Detectors
Fire Alarm Panel Location Remote Panel ______
Main Panel ______
Facilities with cooking appliances:
Hood provided (Yes/No) ______Automatic Hood suppression provided (Yes/No) ______
Last test date of hood suppression system: ______
Utilities:
Electric ______Panel Location ______
Gas ______Shut off Valve Location ______
Water ______Shut off Valve Location ______
Hazardous Materials Stored/Processed? Yes No
Building Placarded? Yes No
Explosive Materials? Yes No
If yes, what type? ______
Flammable liquids (i.e.: Gal. Above ground) ______
Flammable liquids (i.e.: Gal. Below ground) ______
List of Hazardous Materials”
______Quantity ______
______Quantity ______
______Quantity ______
Provide complete list for additional items. Check here if additional list is provided ٱ
Knox Box provided (yes/no) ______If yes, list location of box ______
FOR TOWNSHIP USE ONLY- PLEASE DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE
Site plan provided on 8 ½ x 11 sheet
Floor plan layout provided on 8 ½ x 11 sheet
Fire Prevention Survey complete
MSDS Sheets provided for HAZMAT
Locations of Knox Box, Fire Alarm panels, sprinkler valves, fire hydrants, etc. on plans.
Permits required: ______
Building Plan Review Requirements
In order to perform a thorough Building Plan Review, the following specifications, drawings and details must be submitted:
Complete signed and sealed architectural plans, structural plans and material specifications of all work.
A site plan including the following information:
1. Size and location of all new construction and all existing structures on the site.
2. Distances from lot lines.
3. Established street grades and proposed finish grades.
Architectural plans and specifications to include:
1. Description of uses and the proposed use group(s) for all portions of the building. The design approach for mixed uses (as applicable).
2. Proposed type of construction of the building.
3. Fully dimensioned drawings to determine areas and building height.
4. Adequate details and dimensions to evaluate means of egress, including occupant loads for each floor, exit arrangement and sizes, corridors, doors, stairs, etc.
5. Exit signs/means of egress lighting, including power supply.
6. Accessibility provisions.
7. Description and details of proposed special occupancies such as a covered mall, high-rise, mezzanine, atrium, public garage, etc.
8. Adequate details to evaluate fire-resistive construction requirements, including data substantiating required ratings.
9. Details of plastic, insulation, and safety glazing installation.
10. Details of required fire protection systems.
Structural plans, specifications, and engineering details to include:
1. Soils report indicating the soil type and recommended allowable bearing pressure and foundation type.
2. Signed and sealed structural design calculations which support the member size on the drawings.
3. Local design load criteria, including frost depth.
4. Earthquake seismic zone/effective peak acceleration coefficient.
5. Details of foundations and superstructure.
6. Provisions for required special inspections.
7. Applicable construction standards and material specifications (i.e.: masonry, concrete, wood, steel, etc.)
Commercial Building Plan Review Procedure
q Completed building permit application.
q Completed zoning approval application.
q Three (3) complete sets of building plans and specifications with all required information for plan review to determine code compliance.
q All construction documents required for a building permit shall be prepared by a registered design professional consistent with the professional registration laws of the state of Pennsylvania.
q When the proposed work is minor in nature and has no effect on the structural integrity of an existing building, and is in compliance with all other provisions of this code, plans need not be prepared by a licensed engineer, or registered architect provided such plans are drawn to scale and contain sufficient detail and clarity that the work will be of sound construction and in compliance with the provisions of this code.
q The permit applicant for a commercial plan review for a new structure shall submit a review fee calculated at .0015 x estimated construction value. This review fee shall be submitted with application. If plans are sent to the ICC for review, the applicant shall also pay the full ICC review fee.
q Upon receipt of submittal, the Township will perform an administrative review of the submission for completeness.
q A determination will be made by the Department of Community Development as to whether review of plans will be in-house by the Department or forwarding plans to ICC for review.
q A commercial plan review is 10 – 15 working days.
q Review comment letter will be sent to applicant.
q Permit applicant shall provide written responses, item by item, for review comments and revise plans and specifications to meet code compliance.
q Applicant shall submit two (2) complete sets of revised plans, specifications and written response to plan review comments.
q Township may forward new or revised structural calculations to ICC for review if necessary to determine code compliance.
q If plan review comments are minor in content and require no plan or specification revisions, then the applicant may provide a written response form the plans and specification preparer for the comments.
q Prior to permit issuance, applicant is required to provide copies of Department of Agriculture for food handling.
q Once it has been determined by the Township that the plans and specifications are code compliant, the plans and specs are stamped approved and one set of documents for construction are returned to applicant with building permit issuance. These approved plans should be retained on-site as a reference for construction.
Climatic and Geographic Design Criteria
Ground Snow Load / Wind Speed (mph) / Seismic Design Category / Subject to Damage From / Winter Design Category / Ice Shield Under-layment Required / Flood Hazards / Air Freezing Index / Mean Annual TempWeathering / Frost Line Depth / Termite / Decay
25 / 90 / A / Severe / 36” / Mod/
Hvy / Slt/
Mod / 0-20 / Yes / FEMA / 1500 or less / 50
Mechanical Plan Review Requirements
In order to perform a thorough Mechanical Plan Review, the following specifications, drawings and details must be submitted:
Complete signed and sealed plans and specifications of all heating, ventilating and air conditioning work.
Labeling criteria of all mechanical equipment.
Heating equipment data including the following information:
1. Equipment capacity (b.t.u.)
2. Controls
3. Appliance layouts showing location, access and clearances.
4. Disconnect switches
5. Indoor and outdoor design temperatures.
Ventilation data, ductwork and equipment including the following:
1. Ventilation schedule indicating the amount of outside air (in c.f.m.) supplied to each room or space.
2. Layout showing outside air intakes.
3. Construction of ducts, including support and sheet metal thickness.
4. Duct lining and insulation materials with flame spread and smoke-developed ratings.
5. Exhaust fan ductwork layout and termination to the outside.
6. Size of louvers and grilles for attic ventilation.
Boiler and water heater equipment and piping details including safety controls and distribution piping layout.
Gas and fuel oil piping layout, material, sizes, and valves.
Combustion air intake quantities and details.
Commercial kitchen exhaust equipment details including hood and fan drawings, details of automatic fire suppression, and clearances.
Chimney and chimney connector or vent and vent connector details and connector gages and clearances.
Mechanical refrigeration equipment data and details.
Solid fuel burning appliance details including incinerator and fireplace drawings and details.
Energy conservation equipment data and details.
Plumbing Plan Review Requirements
In order to perform a thorough Plumbing Plan Review, the following specifications, drawings and details must be submitted:
Complete signed and sealed plans and specifications of all plumbing work.
Plumbing fixture and piping material specifications including identification of the applicable referenced standard.
Note: all changes/installations to plumbing under the floor slab must be approved/inspected by the Sewer & Water Department.